Candidates can re-take the exam if they fail for an additional $136.00 fee.

This certification is valid for five (5) years from issuance.

Recertification of this certification can be accomplished by successfully passing a fifty (50) question, non-proctored, multiple choice “open book” examination within thirty days of the expiration date of certification. Candidates must answer thirty-seven of the questions (74%) correctly on the exam to achieve a passing grade.

Summary

A STAR Plumbing Mastery certification candidate is a qualified individual who can demonstrate mastery of the trade and will be skilled and experienced in the design, installation, maintaining, servicing, and repairing water systems; drainage, waste, and vent systems; storm water systems; fuel gas systems; water heating systems; and specialty systems, utilizing knowledge of national, state, and local plumbing codes to protect the health and welfare of the general public.

A qualified plumber may perform these tasks alone, or through the supervision of other individuals.

It is expected that the STAR Plumbing Mastery examination candidate is a plumber who has completed a UA training program or equivalent, and/or has five years of experience in the industry.

To Qualify

Candidates must provide five (5) years of documented work experience installing and servicing of plumbing systems or provide documentation of being in the fifth (5th) year of a plumbing training program involving the installation and servicing of plumbing systems.

About Us

National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) is the industry leader in certification services for the Piping industry. NITC operates under full compliance with State and Federal ADA regulations, and is ISO 9001:2008 Certified.